Willowdale State Forest – Turtle Hill Trail loop from Bradley Palmer State Park

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Willowdale State Forest – Turtle Hill Trail loop from Bradley Palmer State Park

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Willowdale State Forest – Turtle Hill Trail loop from Bradley Palmer State Park

00:45

8.25km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.43 km

Willowdale State Forest

Highlight • Forest

This park features over 40 miles of trails catering to hikers, runners, and bikers, providing something for everyone. Hood Pond within the park offers various water activities, including boating and fishing.

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5.05 km

Randalls Crossing

Highlight • Trail

5.60 km

Turtle Hill Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Turtle Hill is a lovely wooded trail through the Willowdale / Cleaveland Farm State Forest. It forms part of the Bay Circuit Trail, a 320 kilometer (200 mi) greenway connecting …

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6.10 km

Turtle Hill

Highlight • Trail

Turtle Hill is part of the Bay Circuit Trail, a 320-kilometer (200 m) rail trail and greenway. This section connects Bradley Palmer State Park to the south with Cleveland Farm …

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8.25 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.50 km

517 m

239 m

Surfaces

7.74 km

517 m